Question

Humans and bacteria live in a close relationship with one another. For example, the bacteria that dwell in the human large intestine helps to complete the digestive process. The organism gains nutrients and protection in our intestine.

The relationship between humans and their digestive bacteria can be described as.?

Answer 1

I would have to say mutualism because it's two different species existing in a relationship and both organisms benefit (co-operation)

Answer 2

A mutualistic relationship, because one depends on the other to survive.